Dr. Maia currently combines several lines of practice in Porto: emergency medicine at Centro de Atendimento Clínico, Hospital da Prelada; general practice at several private clinics (Clínica GP Médicos, Clínica do Povo Portuense, corporate health programs at Critical Software and Teleperformance); home and hotel visits through Geridoc, Air Doctor and Porto Doctor on Call; telemedicine consultations; and care of hemodialysis patients at B. Braun Renal Care Centers (Instituto CUF and Matosinhos).
In parallel, she runs a private psychology practice at Espaço One Leaf (Porto). Earlier in her career she worked as a clinical psychologist at Universidade Lusófona Porto, Hospital de D. Estefânia (Lisbon) and Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Coimbra. Her international research background includes traineeships at the Harris Early Learning Center (USA) and at the Neonatology Unit of Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. Between 2014 and 2017 she was an invited lecturer at Universidade Lusófona Porto, teaching neuroscience, psychopathology, developmental psychology and history of psychology.
Who She Treats
- Children from birth — newborn check-ups, scheduled monitoring, vaccinations, acute pediatric illnesses, nutrition and development consultations
- Teenagers — school and sports medical certificates, routine check-ups, adolescent health concerns, emotional and psychological support
- Adults of any age — from preventive care to chronic disease management
- Pregnant women — primary care follow-up, coordination with the obstetrician-gynecologist
- Whole families — one doctor for everyone, unified family medical history
Common Reasons for Visit
For children:
- fever, common cold, cough, runny nose
- abdominal pain, digestive issues
- skin rashes, allergic reactions
- questions about growth, weight, development
- routine vaccinations and medical certificates
For adults:
- general weakness, fatigue, decreased performance
- elevated blood pressure, headaches, dizziness
- sleep disorders, insomnia
- anxiety, low mood, depressive states
- chronic pain, especially muscular and headache pain
- stress, burnout, concentration difficulties
- digestive issues, weight gain or difficulty losing weight
- persistent cough, shortness of breath, frequent colds
- symptoms related to hormonal changes in women
- general women's health concerns in primary care
Conditions and States She Manages
- arterial hypertension and cardiovascular risk
- type 2 diabetes and prediabetes
- lipid disorders, elevated cholesterol
- weight management and eating behavior support
- chronic respiratory diseases
- thyroid disorders
- anxiety disorders, depressive states, stress reactions
- insomnia and sleep disorders
- chronic pain syndromes
- psychosomatic complaints
- acute respiratory and urinary tract infections
- acute pediatric illnesses and routine pediatric follow-up
- care of patients on hemodialysis
Holistic Approach — Medicine and Psychology Combined
This is Dr. Maia's defining professional focus. Many concerns patients bring to a doctor have both a physical and an emotional dimension: anxiety affects sleep and digestion, chronic stress affects blood pressure and immunity, long-standing pain affects mood and quality of life. When medical and psychological assessment happen in the same consultation, the picture becomes more complete and the treatment plan more accurate. Where medication and tests are needed — they are prescribed. Where psychotherapy makes the difference — it is offered. And where both work best together — they are integrated.
Stress, Anxiety and Insomnia
A specific area of interest for Dr. Maia is the management of stress, anxiety disorders, insomnia and burnout. The approach is evidence-based: thorough assessment, ruling out medical causes, individually tailored plan — supportive medication when needed, psychotherapeutic techniques, sleep hygiene, habit work. The goal is not to suppress the symptom, but to understand its cause and sustainably improve quality of life.
Home and Hotel Visits
Dr. Maia provides home and hotel visits in Porto and the surrounding area. This is a convenient format for patients with small children, for elderly patients, for travelers staying in hotels, and for anyone who finds it difficult or inconvenient to come to the clinic. Visits cover everything from consultation and physical examination to sample collection, prescriptions and coordination of further care.
Languages
English, Portuguese and Spanish — fluent. French and Italian — conversational.
Appointment Formats
- in-clinic appointments at UMC Porto
- online consultations
- home and hotel visits
- with or without insurance
- with or without a referral
Book an Appointment
Same-day appointments available subject to availability. Book online through the website, by phone or via WhatsApp. We'll find a convenient time and the right format — in clinic, online or at home.
